News


5/25/10 - PCST Interpretive Brochure Now Available


The Paint Creek Scenic Trail Association recently published an interpretive brochure that contains a fascinating historical overview of Paint Creek, and a detailed map of the byway.  The brochure enables travelers to take a self-guided tour through Paint Creek's historic points of interest.  To request a free brochure, visit the main page and complete the short form.


5/1/10 - Coal Heritage GeoTrail Kickoff


The Paint Creek Scenic Trail Association joined with the National Coal Heritage Area on Saturday, May 1 at the Maxwell Hill Community Center in Beckley to kick off the Coal Heritage GeoTrail, West Virginia's first geocaching trail.  The Coal Heritage GeoTrail consists of sixteen geocaches hidden throughout the National Coal Heritage Area in southern West Virginia.  Three of the caches are located along the Paint Creek Scenic Trail.  The goal of the Coal Heritage GeoTrail is to attract more tourists to southern West Virginia.  The Paint Creek Scenic Trail Association is hopeful that the GeoTrail will draw more visitors to Paint Creek.  Visit http://www.paintcreekscenictrail.com/geo.html for more information.  Also, check out the Register-Herald's recent news story on this exciting new project: http://www.register-herald.com/local/x1414102711/W-Va-s-first-geocaching-trail-opens


2/12/10 - New Paint Creek Book Published


Dale Payne recently authored a new book on the history of Paint Creek titled "A Pictorial History of Paint Creek: 1750's - 1950's".  This book contains a multitude of photographs and historic narratives.  Click Here for more information.


1/23/10 - Mossy Kiosk Finished


The Paint Creek Scenic Trail's first interpretive kiosk has been completed off Turnpike Exit 60 in Mossy.  Thanks to all the hard work and dedication by volunteers of the Paint Creek Scenic Trail Association to make this happen.  The interpretive signs highlight the history of Paint Creek's coal camps and the story of the rehabilitation of Paint Creek's health.  Go out and take a look!  Click here for photographs of the kiosk and construction.


10/24/09 - Paint Creek Cleanup Day Successful

On Saturday October 24th, the Paint Creek Scenic Trail Association hosted a cleanup day in conjunction with Make a Difference Day 2009.  Volunteers from Mount Hope High School, AmeriCorps VISTA, and the local community made this day a success. Countless bags of trash were removed from the creek and road. Thanks to everyone who contributed their time.  Click here for photographs.

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